Director of Finance And Accounting

Job Description: Director of Finance and Accounting

Company: Aroma Group (K.V.N. Import Export (1991) Co., Ltd.)

Industry: Integrated Coffee Business (Manufacturing, Retail, and Distribution)

System Environment: SAP (Required)

Reporting to: CEO

Job Purpose

The Director of Finance and Accounting is responsible for leading the entire financial operations of Aroma Group. This role ensures high-standard financial reporting, robust internal controls, and efficient cost management through the SAP system. You will be the key person bridging operational data with financial strategy to support the company's sustainable growth in the F&B industry.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial statements are accurate and prepared in accordance with Thai Financial Reporting Standards (TFRS).
• Oversee consolidated accounting for the group's various business units (Manufacturing, Retail, Franchise, and Wholesale).
• Present monthly financial performance reports to the executive team, highlighting key trends and areas for improvement.

2. SAP Governance & Process Optimization

• Act as the functional lead for SAP (FI/CO), ensuring that all financial transactions from across the supply chain are correctly integrated.
• Drive the use of SAP data for Product Costing (CO) to monitor manufacturing variances and optimize the cost of goods sold (COGS).
• Continuously improve financial workflows within SAP to increase automation and reduce manual errors.

3. Budgeting & Cost Control

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process across all departments and monitor performance against the budget.
• Implement strict cost-control measures, particularly in raw material procurement (coffee beans, equipment) and retail operations.
• Analyze inventory aging and turnover to optimize working capital.

4. Tax, Audit & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with the Revenue Department, including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, and Withholding Tax.
• Oversee internal and external audit engagements, ensuring all audit findings are addressed and resolved promptly.
• Maintain and improve internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure transparent operations.

5. Treasury & Cash Flow Management

• Monitor and forecast group cash flow to ensure adequate liquidity for daily operations and planned expansions.
• Manage banking relationships, credit facilities, and corporate insurance policies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is highly desirable.
• Experience: Minimum 10–12 years of experience in Accounting and Finance, with at least 5 years in a senior management role (Department Head or Director level).
• Technical Skills:Strong proficiency in SAP is mandatory. Candidates must understand how FI/CO modules integrate with MM (Material Management) and SD (Sales & Distribution).
• Industry Knowledge: Direct experience in Manufacturing, FMCG, or Retail/F&B is preferred to understand the complexities of inventory and distribution.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and develop a large team, fostering a professional and high-integrity work environment.
• Communication: Excellent command of Thai and English (written and spoken).